{"id":32171,"date":"2013-09-10T15:24:42","date_gmt":"2013-09-10T19:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/?page_id=32171"},"modified":"2026-05-27T13:43:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T17:43:43","slug":"graduate-outcomes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/genetic-counseling\/graduate-outcomes\/","title":{"rendered":"Learning Outcomes"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>Learning Outcomes:<\/h4>\n<p>The learning outcomes for our program are based on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gceducation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ACGC_PracticeBasedCompetencies_2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Practice-Based Competencies<\/a> for Genetic Counselors set forth by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling.<\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Domain I: Genetics Expertise and Analysis<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>1. Apply knowledge of genetics and genomics principles, genetic conditions, and testing technologies to the practice of genetic counseling.<\/p>\n<p>1.a. Demonstrate knowledge of genetics and genomics principles and concepts.<\/p>\n<p>1.b. Apply knowledge of genetic conditions to the delivery of genetics services.<\/p>\n<p>1.c. Demonstrate knowledge of genetic testing methodologies and variant interpretation.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><\/span>Domain II: Risk Assessment<span><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>2. Evaluate personalized genetic risk.<\/p>\n<p>2.a. Analyze family history to estimate genetic risk.<\/p>\n<p>2.b. Calculate risk using probability methods and risk models.<\/p>\n<p>2.c. Integrate clinical and laboratory data into risk assessment.<\/p>\n<p>2.d. Order genetic tests guided by client-centered risk assessment.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><\/span>Domain III: Counseling<span><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>3. Promote integration of psychosocial needs and client-centered decision-making into genetic counseling interactions.<\/p>\n<p>3.a. Use applicable counseling skills and theories.<\/p>\n<p>3.b. Establish a working alliance with client.<\/p>\n<p>3.c. Promote psychosocial adaptation.<\/p>\n<p>3.d. Facilitate client\u2019s decision making process.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><\/span>Domain IV: Communication<span><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>4. Communicate genetics and genomics information to clients, colleagues, and other community partners.<\/p>\n<p>4.a. Tailor communication to specific individuals and audiences.<\/p>\n<p>4.b. Use a variety of approaches to communicate genetics and genomic information.<\/p>\n<p>4.c. Convey probabilities based on client\u2019s risk perception and numeracy.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><\/span>Domain V: Research<span><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>5. Synthesize the evidence base relevant to genetic counseling.<\/p>\n<p>5.a. Critically interpret data and literature.<\/p>\n<p>5.b. Apply data and literature considering its strengths, weaknesses, and limitations.<\/p>\n<p>5.c. Demonstrate knowledge of how genetic counselors engage and contribute to the research process.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><\/span>Domain VI: Healthcare Systems<span><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>6. Demonstrate how genetic counselors fit within the larger healthcare system.<\/p>\n<p>6.a. Demonstrate how disparities, inequities, and systemic bias affect access to healthcare for diverse populations.<\/p>\n<p>6.b. Describe the financial considerations in the delivery of genetic services.<\/p>\n<p>6.c. Advocate for continuity of care.<\/p>\n<p>6.d. Collaborate with members of the Care Team, clients, and other Community Partner.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><\/span>Domain VII: Professional Identity<span><\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>7. Embody the values of the genetic counseling profession.<\/p>\n<p>7.a. Adhere to the genetic counselor scope of practice.<\/p>\n<p>7.b. Follow applicable professional ethical codes.<\/p>\n<p>7.c. Exhibit behaviors that promote an inclusive, just, equitable, and safe environment for all individuals and communities.<\/p>\n<p>7.d. Engage in self-reflective practice to promote ongoing growth and development.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learning Outcomes: The learning outcomes for our program are based on the Practice-Based Competencies for Genetic Counselors set forth by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1640,"featured_media":0,"parent":19162,"menu_order":8,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/32171"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1640"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=32171"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/32171\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":107640,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/32171\/revisions\/107640"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19162"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/gms\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=32171"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}